As with any rewards program, Flybuys points expire. Therefore, it's important to monitor your Flybuys account regularly — especially if you've gathered up a lot of points — so you don't lose them.
Read on to find out when Flybuys points expire and how to stop it from happening.
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Key takeaways
- Flybuys points expire after 12 months of inactivity.
- Swiping your Flybuys card once stops your points from expiring. Easy!
- There is no way to reclaim Flybuys points after they have expired.
When Flybuys points expire
Flybuys points expire after 12 months of inactivity, a slightly shorter period than that of Qantas Points.
To stop Flybuys points from expiring, one simply needs to swipe their Flybuys card when making a purchase. Given how easy that is, stopping your points from expiring should be trivial for just about anybody.
How to stop Flybuys points from expiring
Based on Flybuy's terms and conditions, any of the following actions will stop your existing points from expiring.
- Earning new Flybuys points, for example, with a credit card.
- Redeeming points, for example, to get flights or an upgrade.
- Transferring points from a Flybuys partner such as NAB Rewards.
How to keep track of your Flybuys points
You can check your Flybuys points balance and expiration date online by checking your Flybuys account online or in the Flybuys app.
Since many Flybuys members spend months saving their points to redeem for something special, it's a good idea to keep an eye on your points regularly. Don't lose your points on account of an oversight. This is especially true if you have a lot of points in your account.
Useful services to track your Flybuys points
Not very many services and apps are set up to integrate with Flybuys. This is the best we could find.
- AwardWallet. A popular third-party service that helps you keep track of all your rewards and loyalty program balances, including your Flybuys points. Easily monitor your balance, track your progress towards earning rewards, and get notified when your points are about to expire.
Ideas for redeeming Flybuys points before they expire
There are many ways to redeem your Flybuys points, including discounts on shopping, travel, and more. Some popular redemption options include the following ideas.
- Get money off your next grocery shop at Coles.
- Buy something on the Flybuys Rewards store.
- Transfer points to Virgin Australia.
- Convert them into gift cards for brands such as Bunnings, Officeworks, and Myer.
- Donate to a charity.
How to reclaim expired Flybuys points
Unfortunately, if your points have expired, reclaiming them is impossible.
The best way to ensure you don't lose any points is to keep track of your balance and expiration date, and to keep your account active by earning or redeeming points regularly.
FAQs
Why did my Flybuys points disappear?
Flybuys points automatically expire if there has been no earning or redeeming activity in your account for 12 months, which is probably why your points have disappeared.
